7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one
Also known as: 7-Hydroxycholest-4-en-3-one, 7a-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one, 7a-Hydroxycholest-4-en-3-one, 7alpha-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one, 7alpha-Hydroxycholest-4-en-3-one, Cholest-4-en-7alpha-ol-3-one, 7HCO, alpha-HC
7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one (CAS 3862-25-7) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C27H44O2 and a molecular weight of 400.63700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 182-184ºC, a boiling point of 516.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.03g/cm3 and a flash point of 218.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3862-25-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1971031-7
- Molecular Formula
- C27H44O2
- Molecular Weight
- 400.63700 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 182-184ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 516.7ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.03g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 218.5ºC |
| Exact Mass | 400.33400 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 6.56770 |
| Refractive Index | 1.53 |
| Storage Conditions | -20°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Endogenous Metabolite[1] Pregnane X receptor (PXR)[1] |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Offei SD, et al. Chemical synthesis of 7α-hydroxycholest-4-en-3-one, a biomarker for irritable bowel syndrome and bile acid malabsorption. Steroids. 2019 Nov;151:108449. [2]. Gälman C, et al. Bile acid synthesis in humans has a rapid diurnal variation that is asynchronous with cholesterol synthesis. Gastroenterology. 2005 Nov;129(5):1445-53. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one?
The CAS number of 7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one is 3862-25-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one?
7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one has molecular formula C27H44O2 and molecular weight 400.63700 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one?
For 7α-Hydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one, Upstream Products: 7α-Hydroxycholesterol, Chenodeoxycholic acid.
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